Empowering the Black Community in Orillia and Area
Join us to celebrate our culture, learn and grow together, and make a positive impact in our community.
About Us
OUR VISION
is to be the driving force behind a united and empowered Orillia and Area Black Community. We aspire to create a model community that champions diversity, breaks down barriers, and sets the standard for inclusive excellence
OUR MISION
is to empower individuals within the Orillia and Area Black Community, fostering unity and transformation through education, advocacy, and collaborative initiatives.
TAG LINE
... promoting diversity & inclusivity
our Core values
Inclusivity Collaboration Empowerment Knowledge Accountability Cultural Celebration
Cultural events and workshops
Participate in a variety of cultural events and workshops that celebrate and showcase the rich heritage of the Black community. Learn, connect, and have fun while embracing our shared culture.
OUR NEXT EVENT
The Orillia and Area Black Community Association is thrilled to present the first annual Diversity Holiday Gala, a new opportunity for all local residents to mingle, meet new friends, and enjoy music all evening long.
DIVERSITY HOLIDAY GALA
SAT 16th Dec, 2023
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Dont MISS OUT!
Networking and empowerment
Connect with like-minded individuals, professionals, and leaders in the Black community. Gain access to resources, mentorship opportunities, and empowerment programs that can help you grow personally and professionally.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Alasoba Kelsy Braide came to Canada from Nigeria as an international student in 2017 with her two children to attend Georgian College’s Orillia campus for its child and youth worker program. Braide joined the Georgian College Students’ Association and became its vice-president of community engagement and organized the First Black History Awareness Week at the Orillia campus. She became connected with the County of Simcoe through the Community Impact Project. She also volunteered at the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in Orillia.
In 2021, Braide created a Facebook group called Orillia Black Community, allowing Black families to connect with one another and share resources. Currently a support worker with Empower Simcoe, Braide is also a member of Making Change Simcoe County.
Our Partners
Community initiatives and support
Get involved in community initiatives and projects that aim to uplift and support the Black community in the Orillia area. Together, we can make a positive impact and create a more inclusive and equitable society.